Latest articles by Sam Hopes
I'm a personal trainer — ChatGPT built me a 15-minute mobility routine for looser hips, and I’m surprised by the results
One personal trainer asked ChatGPT to build a 15-minute mobility program for stronger, looser hips, and here's what happened.
Personal trainer shares a five-move mobility routine to unstick tight hips and shoulders using your bodyweight.
Unstick sticky hips and shoulders.
Yoga teachers share how to do downward-facing dog with proper form, plus the benefits and ways to modify your practice.
Try these tips from yoga teachers to perfect your down dog.
10 of the most common Pilates myths — according to a movement coach
A movement coach reveals the 10 Pilates myths he thinks are holding people back from experiencing the benefits of Pilates workouts.
‘These are the 5 compound exercises you should do to build full-body functional strength and muscle,’ says a personal trainer
Personal trainer shares the five compound exercises that build functional strength and muscle and will save you time in the gym.
I did 70 Turkish get-ups every day for 1 week to strengthen my core — here are my results
What happened when one writer did 70 reps of the Turkish get-up exercise every day for one week.
Boxbollen fitness is trending on TikTok — here’s why celebrities like the Kardashians and Tom Brady are doing it
Research suggests Boxbollen fitness could help you burn calories and boost cardio. Here's what it is and why celebrities and science are backing it.
I'm a personal trainer — forget 'regular' kettlebell swings and try kickstand swings to build a strong core instead
Personal trainer shares how to do the kickstand kettlebell swing, the benefits and how the swing variation can build stronger leg and core muscles.
The experts have spoken — these 3 resistance band exercises strengthen your entire body and improve upper-back mobility
These are three of the best full-body exercises you can do with a resistance band to strengthen and mobilize your body.
I tried this 5-minute 'morning yoga' workout to build mental stamina and flexibility — here's what happened
Yoga instructor shares a beginner-friendly, five-minute yoga routine to stretch and strengthen your entire body at any time of day.
The 7 best yoga apps 2025: improve your practice and find your flow from home
The best yoga apps to download for iOS and Android available right now, including Alo Moves, Glo and more.
The 5 best gym bags 2025: Tested and reviewed by our fitness team
We’ve found the best gym bags for all types of workouts and exercisers from Lululemon to Adidas. Here are our recommendations.
This routine is designed to release tension from your shoulders and hips and improve range of motion in just 15 minutes.
Try this short routine next time you need tension relief.
What is osteogenic loading? Here's how to build stronger bones using exercise
What is osteogenic loading and what are the benefits? We spoke with a physician and health expert to answer how you can strengthen your bones as you age.
Join Tom's Guide's Workout Workshop 2025 with the best fitness challenges this spring
We're dedicating spring to exploring the best workout classes around and helping you find workouts to fuel your year.
3 things I wish I had known as a yoga beginner
Three tips for yoga beginners, the benefits of yoga, and how to pick the best yoga mat for your practice.
I use these 3 kettlebell exercises to strengthen my core when I'm short on time and equipment — here's why you'll love them
Build a strong core using these three kettlebell abs exercises, according to a personal trainer.
Forget push-ups — I'm a personal trainer and here's 3 ways to build upper-body strength and mobility using downward dog
Personal trainer shares three downward dog variations to build upper-body strength and boost mobility without standard push-ups.
No, not sit-ups — calisthenics coaches share the 3 ab exercises you need to build a strong core
Calisthenics coaches share 3 bodyweight exercises you need to build a strong core without weights.
8 best ankle weights 2025: tested and reviewed by our fitness team
We’ve tested the best ankle weights on the market from brands like Sportneer, Bala, and Gaiam, and tested them for rehabilitation, strength training and more.
I'm a personal trainer — here's why the 30/30/30 rule is trending
The 30/30/30 rule involves consuming 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking combined with 30 minutes of steady-state cardio. Here's what you need to know.
Nutritional expert shares one hack that might help you sleep better — and it surprised us
A nutritional therapist explains how protein could help you sleep better, according to the research. Here's how.
9 best protein shakers 2025: tried and tested
These are the best protein shakers, from no-frill drinking receptacles to premium models with hidden pill organizers.
